Coconut Lime Dessert Bars (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Crust
01 -
½ cup graham crackers, crushed
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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⅓ cup white sugar
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½ cup butter, melted
→ Filling
05 -
2 cups sweetened condensed milk
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1 cup full fat coconut milk
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½ cup sour cream
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¾ cup lime juice, freshly squeezed preferred
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2 tablespoon lime zest
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1 tablespoon coconut extract, optional
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2-3 drops green food coloring, optional
→ Topping
12 -
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 350℉ and line the baking dish with parchment paper.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, white sugar, all-purpose flour, and melted butter. Mix well and press into the bottom of the parchment-lined pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
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While the crust bakes, combine the sweetened condensed milk, full fat coconut milk, sour cream, lime juice, and lime zest in a large mixing bowl. If using, also add the coconut extract and green food coloring. Mix until smooth.
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Pour the prepared filling on top of the baked crust. Continue baking for 15 more minutes, then remove from the oven.
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While still warm, sprinkle the shredded coconut evenly over the top. Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours to set the filling.
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Remove the bars from the pan by lifting out the parchment paper. Slice and serve.
# Notes:
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Chilling the bars ensures the filling is properly set and easier to cut.